unawares
0 antonyms and opposites of unawares, grouped by meaning.
Adv — By surprise; without warning.
How to use unawares
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
catch someone unawares
taken unawares
Etymology
From unaware + the adverbial -s ending, and actually recorded in English before "unaware" itself.
Full origin of unawares →Frequently asked questions
What does “unawares” mean?
The word “unawares” means by surprise; without warning. In plain terms, caught off guard, or done without intending to.
How do you pronounce “unawares”?
“Unawares” is pronounced uh-nuh-WEH-uhz (/ˌʌnəˈwɛə(ɹ)z/ in IPA).
How do you use “unawares” in a sentence?
Here is “unawares” used in a sentence: “The sudden downpour caught the hikers unawares.”
What part of speech is “unawares”?
“Unawares” is an adverb.
How many meanings does “unawares” have?
“Unawares” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: by surprise; without warning.